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The YWCA of Kalamazoo is the first and oldest YWCA in the state of Michigan. Established in 1885, today we are celebrating more than 120 years of continuous evolution to meet the changing needs of women and families.
The YWCA of Kalamazoo is celebrating its 125th Anniversary year. Check back weekly for an updated fact about your YWCA of Kalamazoo.
A Moment in YWCA Herstory:
In 1989, the YWCA hired Charles Bentz and Associates (now The Bentz Group) from Westfield, NJ to serve as consultant for the next major fund drive – an endowment campaign, one of the first in our community for a non-profit of our size. A goal of $3.5 million was set ($3 million endowment and $500,000 capital) and a Campaign Director was hired. The Opportunity 2000 Campaign Kickoff was held November 30, 1989. The campaign officially ended in 1992, after completing its goal and setting the YWCA on a more stable financial course for the future.
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About the YWCA
Our programs
Our public policies
Make your voice be heard
What you can do to eliminate racism
Contribute & Donate
Join
Volunteer
A United Way Member Agency
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HOURS & LOCATIONS
Lobby Hours
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Our crisis lines and shelter are open 24/7.
Location
We are located in downtown Kalamazoo, on the corner of East Michigan Avenue and Pitcher Street. (Click for map. Courtesy of Mapquest.)
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NEWS & EVENTS
Celebrate Women's Equality Day on August 26th >>more PDF (95.6 KB)
YWCA Kalamazoo Begins Work to Expand Eliminating Racism Training Program >>more PDF (72.7 KB)
Save the Date!
October 7, 2010
Kalamazoo's Summit on Racism: Annual Community Conference
>>more PDF (140 KB)
YWCA Now Enrolling for TechGYRLS Connect Club
>>more PDF (73 KB)
Parent's Night Out
1st Friday of Every Month
>>more PDF (1,224 KB)
Children's Center Now Provides Before and After School Care
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Sexual Assault Supportive Volunteers Needed
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Kalamazoo's Fountain of Pioneers
>> A call to end a racist artifact
YWCA Makes a Difference:
Words of Gratitude from 2009 YWCA Women of Achievement Honorees
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